How this local dog breeder prepares for a batch of puppies
At the time of writing this, my litter of puppies is scheduled to be born on Jan. 27! Many are surprised to learn that dogs are only pregnant for about 63 to 65 days. That time seems to fly by in preparation and planning. I was emailed the question of whether there is...
Galloway raccoon confirmed as fourth rabies case of 2025
A raccoon collected from the 100 block of S. Genoa Avenue in Galloway was confirmed positive for rabies on December 31. On December 29, the Atlantic County Division of Public Health was notified by a homeowner of a dead raccoon on its property. The animal was...
Why puppies get the zoomies
A very common question I am asked by new puppy owners is why their puppies get what is commonly known as the “zoomies.” Called zoomies because for what appears to be no reason, a puppy or dog will seemingly out of nowhere freeze, tuck their tails, and then start...
Egg Harbor Township skunk confirmed for rabies
A skunk collected from the 6500 block of Mill Road in Egg Harbor Township has been confirmed positive for rabies, the third rabies case of the year in Atlantic County. Rabies was previously confirmed in a raccoon in Absecon and a skunk in Galloway. The Atlantic County...
NJ Senate panel advances bill banning dog, cat sales at pet stores
Measure has been long sought by animal advocates A Senate panel approved legislation Thursday that would bar New Jersey pet stores from selling cats, dogs, or rabbits in a divided vote Thursday. The Senate Economic Growth Committee approved the measure, one long...
